Star anise vs. Barley — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between star anise and barley?
- Star anise is richer in iron, calcium, copper, potassium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin C, and zinc, yet barley is richer in selenium and vitamin B1.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 417% higher.
- Barley has a lower glycemic index than star anise.
We used Spices, anise seed and Barley, hulled types in this comparison.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1857.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +218.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +926.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +82.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -25% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +654% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +182.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +104.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +50.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +90% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Protein:
12.48 g
Fats:
2.3 g
Carbs:
73.48 g
Water:
9.44 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +591.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +201.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.9% |
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Water
~9.44g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.482 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.295 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.108 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3215.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +184.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.7% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 3.6mg | 417% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 33mg | 61% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 37.7µg | 59% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.498mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 452mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.646mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.318mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 264mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 0.295g | 24% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 2.77mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 2.3g | 21% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 1.943mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.108g | 14% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 17.3g | 11% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 12.48g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 4.604mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.282mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 133mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 73.48g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 4% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 19µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 354kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 56.18g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 0.482g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.848mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.465mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.612mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.281mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
110%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Barley is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.104g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barley is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is cheaper?
Barley is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.